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$247,805$153 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $90,000 on Feb 25, 2021

20686 ARGO FAY RTE

MOUNT CARROLL, IL 61053
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,622 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1858
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$248K
$228K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Feb 25, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,422 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$28,844 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,396
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,448
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$86,541

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCARROLL
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1939
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 194 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Chadwick-Milledgeville Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 9.5 mi
M
Chadwick-Milledgeville Jr High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 9.5 mi

District: Chadwick-Milledgeville Community Unit School District 399

Neighborhood · ZIP 61053These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,376
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,674
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,284
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

20686 Argo Fay Rte measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Mount Carroll 61053
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Mount Carroll 61053
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Carroll County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Carroll County

What homes are worth in Mount Carroll 61053

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$57K$635K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Mount Carroll 61053.

How it measures up in Mount Carroll 61053

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mount Carroll 61053.

Estimated value$247,805
CheaperTypical $173,643Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$153
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,622 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,574 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1858
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 20686 Argo Fay Rte ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMount Carroll 61053Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,80569% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15370% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,622 ft²54% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15 ac83% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than18587% of homes3% of homes

About 20686 Argo Fay Rte

How much is 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL is $247,805 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $227,518 to $268,092. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL last sell?

20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL last sold on Feb 25, 2021 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL?

20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,622 square feet of living space and a 15.00-acre lot.

When was 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL built?

20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL was built in 1858, making it 168 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL?

20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL is assigned to Chadwick-Milledgeville Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chadwick-Milledgeville Jr High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Chadwick-Milledgeville Community Unit School District 399. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL compare to other homes in Mount Carroll 61053?

Among the 1,223 homes in Mount Carroll 61053, it is worth more than 69% of them ($247,805 against a typical $173,643), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($153 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,622 ft² against a typical 1,574 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (15 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1858 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 66% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20686 Argo Fay Rte, Mount Carroll, IL was $2,422. The county assessed it at $28,844.

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